Progressive Era
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- Q1What movement emerged in response to the social problems brought about by industrialization, urbanization, and immigration in the 1890s?LibertarianismSocialismConservatismProgressivism30s
- Q2What was one of the main beliefs of Progressivism with regard to government?Isolationist and indifferent governmentCorrupt and ineffective governmentAuthoritarian and oppressive governmentHonest and efficient government30s
- Q3What were some of the social problems brought about by industrialization, urbanization, and immigration in the late 19th century?Decreased urbanization, rural revitalization, and agricultural prosperityTechnological advancements, scientific innovations, and cultural developmentsPoverty, overcrowding, and poor working conditionsUnlimited job opportunities, increased social mobility, and improved living standards30s
- Q4What were some of the key reforms that Progressives focused on during the late 19th and early 20th centuries?Religious freedom, education standards, and healthcare accessibilityCapital punishment, military draft, and property rightsTrade tariffs, labor unions, and international diplomacyChild labor laws, antitrust regulations, and women's suffrage30s
- Q5What was a key goal of Progressives in terms of enacting laws?To expand military power overseasTo address the issues faced by the poorTo increase government corruptionTo promote corporate monopolies30s
- Q6What was a common strategy advocated by Progressives to address social and political problems?Ignore the issuesEnact lawsIncrease taxationStart a revolution30s
- Q7What was one of the main goals of the Progressive movement in the United States?To increase taxes on the middle classTo decrease funding for public educationTo get rid of corrupt government officials and make government more responsive to the people's needsTo expand the powers of the monarchy30s
- Q8Who was the influential Progressive reformer and social worker known for her advocacy on behalf of women, children, and workers, and for establishing settlement houses in urban areas?Clara BartonHarriet TubmanJane AddamsSusan B. Anthony30s
- Q9Which amendment to the U.S. Constitution allowed for the direct election of Senators by the people, a reform supported by the Progressive movement?22nd Amendment17th Amendment12th Amendment5th Amendment30s
- Q10What corrupt organizations did reformers target in the cities?Youth groupsSocial clubsReligious organizationsPolitical machines30s
- Q11What tactics did bosses of political machines use to influence voters and win elections?Education and empowermentBribery and violenceCommunity service and charityHonesty and transparency30s
- Q12What was the main concern of Progressives in relation to the Sherman Antitrust Act of 1890?It was too harsh on big businessIt favored big business over small businessesIt was inadequate and ineffective in limiting the abuses of big businessIt was super effective in regulating big business30s
- Q13What did some Progressives advocate for in relation to big business?Bust the trustsIgnore big businessSubsidize big businessExpand big business30s
- Q14Why did some Progressives believe that government regulation of big business was necessary?To create more economic opportunities for smaller businessesTo eliminate competition in the marketplaceTo lower prices for consumersTo support the growth of big businesses30s
- Q15Progressive reformers focused on the class system sought to reduce the gap between the rich and the poor. What type of laws did they want to implement to help children, workers, and consumers?Education lawsTax lawsSocial welfare lawsCrime laws30s